Staff Accountant Co-op

Baker Tilly KDN LLP; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm is seeking a Staff Accountant, Co-op to join their team in Peterborough. This role involves performing audit duties, preparing financial statements, and collaborating with a dynamic team to drive meaningful outcomes. Candidates should be pursuing a business or accounting degree and possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. The firm offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support for professional development

A friendly working environment

Challenging assignments

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a business or accounting program.
• Entry-level technical knowledge and skills required.
• A general understanding of industry trends and market initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Perform audit duties at a junior level.
• Examine accounting records and prepare financial reports.
• Build and nurture strong working relationships with clients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Creative problem-solving

Excellent communication

Education

Business or accounting degree

Tools

Caseware/Caseview

TaxPrep

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Staff Accountant, Co-op to join our team — bring your ambition and shape what comes next.

Be part of something bigger. Build with us today — Now. For tomorrow.

At Baker Tilly, we care about the impact you make. That’s why we’re invested in your growth from day one—because the steps you take today define your tomorrow.

We are looking for a Staff Accountant, Co-op to join our team—a role where your expertise will drive meaningful outcomes and your ambition will help shape what comes next. Here, you’ll collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals, united by a shared commitment to making a difference—for our clients, our communities, and one another.

Baker Tilly is a leading advisory and accounting firm dedicated to building better futures. With global reach and local roots, we combine the scale of a network with the trust of strong relationships. From audit and tax to consulting and specialist advisory services, we help clients navigate complexity and seize opportunity with clarity.

“There is no limit to the growth opportunities at Baker Tilly. We pride ourselves on promoting talent when we see it, and work with each professional to define what success means for them.”

Your role

• Perform audit duties at a junior level. This includes examining and analyzing journal and ledger entries, bank statements, inventories, expenditures, tax returns and other accounting and financial records, documents and systems of an individual, department, company or other establishment to ensure financial recording accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures and internal controls.
• Plan, set-up and administer accounting systems and prepare financial information for an individual, department, company or other establishment.
• Examine accounting records and prepare financial statements and reports.
• Develop and maintain cost savings, reporting and internal control procedures.
• Examine financial accounts and records and prepare income tax returns from accounting records.
• Analyze financial statements and reports and provide financial, business and tax advice.
• Participate in special projects as assigned by partner or senior staff.
• Actively pursue self-development opportunities in line with the competency model and needs of the firm.
• Build and nurture strong working relationships with staff, partners and clients.
• Actively contribute to positive team environment and support new initiatives.
• Work as an effective team member to complete project components and assignment tasks.
• Actively support new initiatives.

What you bring to the table

• Has or is working on a business or accounting degree (e.g., BBA, BCOMM, CA, CGA, or CPA designation).
• Entry level technical knowledge and skills.
• Knowledge of Caseware/Caseview and TaxPrep would be an asset (but not required).
• Interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Team player with a positive can-do approach.
• Attention to detail.
• Creative problem-solving ability.
• Seeks and researches solutions or answers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in delivery of quality client service.
• A general knowledge of the firm’s products and services.
• A general understanding of industry and market trends including opportunities, global and local business initiatives and stakeholder/competitor interests.
• A desire to dig deep into work, learn all they can and have fun!

What’s in it for you?

• A leadership team committed to your success
• Challenging and varied assignments
• Ongoing training and support for professional development
• A professional, fun and friendly working environment

Where you’ll work

Peterborough

Only students currently enrolled in a Canadian academic program and returning to their studies will be considered for Co-op/Internship opportunities.

When you join Baker Tilly, you become part of something bigger—an ambitious, forward-thinking company that puts people first. Ideas matter, perspectives count, and every contribution builds a stronger future. If you’re ready to make an impact, we’re ready to meet you.

We are committed to transparency in our hiring process. Please note the following information regarding this job posting:

Position Status: Existing Vacancy

We offer a competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications. If you are a qualified candidate, please apply now. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Baker Tilly is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering, supporting, and celebrating a diverse workplace. Upon request, we will accommodate accessibility needs throughout the recruitment and selection process and for our staff. Please let us know during the application process.

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